Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture Quiz

What is the Chinese word for dragon?

• Shen

• Long

• Hu

• Xi

How many members are there in the Chinese zodiac?

• 14

• 12

• 10

• 16

What elements did dragons control in Chinese history?

• Elements

• Fire and Ice

• Water and Wind

• Earth and Metal

Which dynasty's historian wrote about the dragons' unique appearance?

• Ming Dynasty

• Qing Dynasty

• Eastern Han Dynasty

• Shang Dynasty

What does the pearl often depicted with dragons represent?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• The Earth

• All of the above

How many scales does the Chinese dragon's body have?

• 120

• 130

• 108

• 117

What does the five-clawed dragon symbolize?

• Wealth

• Imperial power

• Wisdom

• Longevity

Which of the following is NOT a type of dragon in Ancient Chinese cosmology?

• Celestial Dragon

• Dragon of Hidden Treasure

• Spiritual Dragon

• Fire Dragon

What did dragons help explain during the Song dynasties?

• The concept of time

• The solar system

• The origin of mountains

• The rain cycle

Who was believed to have killed an eight-headed dragon in Chinese mythology?

• Susanoo

• The Dragon King

• Nüwa

• The Yellow Emperor